This classic New York club sandwich recipe is layered with smoky ham, roasted turkey, smoked bacon, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise spread on every slice of this triple-toasted bread extravaganza. My family and I just love this tasty sandwich and I think I even have my picky son hooked on them.
Epic Club Sandwich
Learn how to make the ultimate club sandwich with bacon, turkey, ham, and cheddar, step by step. This classic and delicious sandwich is perfect for any meal or occasion! Everyone loves a great sandwich! They sure seem to hit the mark for those weekend lunches when you need to pull them together quickly so you can finish the rest of your chores. This sandwich, the Reuben sandwich, the Monte Cristo sandwich, and the Hot Brown are just a few of our many favorites.
Traditional Ingredients Equals Best Club Sandwich
- Bread – bakery quality white or wheat and not sliced thick
- Butter – salted or unsalted
- Mayonnaise – Duke’s is the best
- Turkey – sandwich sliced from the deli
- Tomatoes – sun-ripened slicing tomatoes
- Salt
- Cheddar cheese – sandwich sliced from the deli
- Ham – sandwich sliced from the deli
- Bacon – crispy cooked (how to cook bacon in the oven)
- Lettuce – leaf lettuce or iceberg lettuce
How to make a Classic Club Sandwich
Start by toasting the bread, then lightly butter both sides of each toast slice. Spread some mayo on one side of each of those slices. Layer turkey, tomato slices, and cheddar cheese in that order on one of those slices. Place another piece of the toast on top of that mayonnaise side up. Layer with ham, bacon, and lettuce. Top with another slice of toast mayonnaise side down. Stick toothpicks in the four sides of the top bread slice (see picture). Then, slice into triangular pieces with a sharp or serrated knife. Or better yet, use an electric knife if you have one. Serve with potato chips, French fries, Southern potato salad, soup, or creamy coleslaw.
Recipe Tips
- Use thinly sliced bread. I like to use classic white or whole wheat. This sandwich has three slices of toast, and it gets fairly tall, so you don’t want it to get so tall that you can not secure it with a toothpick or eat it.
- Likewise slice your tomatoes thin and don’t pile on the lettuce too thick.
- Cook your bacon in the oven at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Use an old baking sheet or cover a newer one with parchment paper. I have an old baking sheet that I keep around just for bacon.
- Best Tip – for a neat appearance, trim any excess lettuce with kitchen scissors.
- This sandwich is best enjoyed promptly or shortly after being made.
Recipe variations
Are you tired of the classic club and looking for something a little different? Try some of these fun ideas and change things up a bit.
- Protein – try sliced chicken breast, roast beef, fried egg, or even tuna or salmon
- Cheese – try Pepper Jack, American, Provolone, or Swiss Cheese
- Veggies – try sliced avocado, red onion, pea tendrils, arugula, or radish sprouts
- Spreads – try guacamole, mustard, aioli, or Southern Comeback Sauce
More Great Sandwich Recipes
Classic Club Sandwich
Ingredients
- 12 slices bread toasted
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 8 ounces thin sliced deli turkey breast
- 1 large tomato thinly sliced
- salt
- 4 slices cheddar deli style
- 1/2 lb. thin sliced ham
- 8 slices bacon crispy cooked
- 4 slices leaf lettuce or iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Toast the bread and lightly butter both sides of each slice. Spread some mayonnaise on one side of each of those slices. Lightly salt the sliced tomato. Layer the turkey, tomato, and cheddar on four of those slices. Place another piece of the toast on top of that mayonnaise side up.
- Layer the ham, bacon, and lettuce. Top with another slice of bread mayonnaise side down. Secure the sandwich's layers with frill picks in the center of the four sides of the toast (see picture). Slice into quarters with a sharp or serrated knife.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced bread. I like to use classic white or whole wheat. This sandwich has three slices of toast, and it gets fairly tall, so you don’t want it to get so tall that you can not secure it with a toothpick or eat it.
- Likewise slice your tomatoes thin and don’t pile on the lettuce too thick.
- Cook your bacon in the oven at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Use an old baking sheet or cover a newer one with parchment paper. I have an old baking sheet that I keep around just for bacon.
- Best Tip – for a neat appearance, trim any excess lettuce with kitchen scissors.
- This sandwich is best enjoyed promptly or shortly after being made.
Nutrition
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Abida
As a fan of sandwich, I loved this recipe too. It’s amazing!
Anosa
This looks so delicious! I will take note of this and probably make it over the next weekend as my sister is going to visit me. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Clarice
This looks really delicious. Your post made me crave one. Can’t wait to try your recipe and make one. Will complete the ingredients later. Thank you for sharing.
Jack
This is so yummy but I haven’t had it for a long time. Would love to try it again because it tastes good and brings memories.
Stephanie
This is one of those classic sandwiches I want to dive into and eat my way out! Your instructions were perfect and my lunch turned out yummy!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Stephanie! So glad that you liked the club sandwich! They are so delicious!
Donna
Love all your recipes. This was no exception. Hubby really enjoyed. I didn’t have time to make bacon so I skipped that but added red onion. Will definitely make again. Thanks for so many delicious recipes.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Donna! Red onion would be so yummy on a club!
Archana
nice recipe for a club sandwich. Thanks for sharing.
Thena
One of my favorites! Love how simple and easy it can be to make lunch or dinner!
Ntensibe Edgar
Hihi….alright then! I should try out this sandwich with butter on, just as you have recommended! Thanks for sharing your recipe.
Beth Pierce
The pleasure is all mine!
Marysa
I don’t think I have ever made these, but they are popular for catering. It would be fun to put together a bunch next time we entertain.
Alexis
I love the simplicity of a good club sandwich. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
Fransic verso
Awesome recipe and love to make it. It’s good for lunch or breakfast and keep changing between the two haha. Thank you for sharing!
Gervin Khan
One of the all-time favorite sandwiches of everyone. It’s delicious and easy to make. Yum!
Alita
This is so classic. It’s perfect for breakfast or lunch. I always make school lunch box for work, and I can easily make this
Freya
This was so good! I subbed the meat and cheese for vegan alternatives and it was full of flavour and just as good!
Heather
Absolutely one of the best sandwiches of all time! I love the flavors!